Contracting (GS-1102) Proficiency Map

Below is a proficiency map for the Contracting (GS-1102) Competency Model. This map links GS grade levels for each competency and serves as a guide to understanding the expected proficiency level of top performers at each grade level.

Proficiency is rated using the standard Proficiency Scale. The links will take you to a description and training for each competency at the different proficiency ranges.

GS-560 Proficiency Map
Grade Project
Management
Qualitative
Analysis
Acquisition
Management
Acquisition
Planning
Contract
Negotiation
and
Source
Selection
Contracting
Financial
Management
Federal and
Departmental
Acquisition
Policies and
Procedures
Knowledge
Solicitation
GS - 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
GS - 7 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 2
GS - 9 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
GS - 11 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
GS - 12 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
GS - 13 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 4
GS - 14 4 5 4 4 5 4 5 5
GS - 15 5 5 4 5 5 5 5 5
Proficiency Key
Level Description
N/A Not Applicable
1 Fundamental Awareness
2 Novice
3 Intermediate
4 Advanced
5 Expert